The value of a State Quarter collection can vary widely, from merely the face value of the coins to thousands of dollars for rare or error coins.
Here’s a breakdown of factors influencing the value:
- Condition: Quarters in excellent, uncirculated condition, especially those graded MS67 or higher, are significantly more valuable. Circulated coins, worn from handling, are typically worth only their face value.
- Rarity: Quarters with low mintage numbers or production errors are more sought-after by collectors and, therefore, more valuable.
- Errors & Varieties: Specific errors, such as the 2004-D Wisconsin “Extra Leaf”, the 2005-P Minnesota doubled die quarters, or the 1999-P Delaware “Spitting Horse” Quarter, can significantly increase a coin’s value.
- Silver Content: Silver proof state quarters, particularly those from key dates or with high grades, command higher prices due to their silver content and collector demand.
- 1999-P Pennsylvania State Quarter MS 67: One of the most valuable state quarters, with an auction record of $10,200.
- 2004-D Wisconsin Extra Leaf Low MS 67: A rare and valuable error coin, known for its extra leaf on the corn stalk design. An example sold for $6,000 in 2020.
- 2000 New Hampshire Error Quarter MS 64: Valuable for its minting mistake; it was accidentally struck on a Jefferson nickel planchet, omitting the state name.
- 2008 D Alaska State Quarter MS 69: Prized for its design and a “ragged clip” error found on some specimens.
- 1999 Georgia State Quarter MS65: A clipped planchet error makes this quarter highly collectible.
- 1999 Delaware “Spitting Horse” Error MS66: An unusual die crack creates the appearance of the horse spitting, increasing the value.
- Consult a reputable coin dealer or appraiser: They can accurately assess the condition and rarity of your coins and provide a professional valuation.
- Utilize online resources: Use websites like PCGS Price Guide, [eBay’s sold listings] , or other price guides to research recent sales of similar coins.
- Consider professional grading services: Organizations like PCGS and NGC can grade your coins, assigning them a numerical grade that reflects their condition. Graded coins are often more valuable than ungraded ones.
Remember, the value of a coin collection is ultimately determined by the market, which can fluctuate over time. Be realistic about the potential value of your collection and work with reputable professionals when seeking appraisals or selling your coins.
Are state coin collections worth anything?
Furthermore, State Quarters contain no precious metals—making them purely collectible rather than intrinsically valuable. Their worth depends almost entirely on market interest, specific errors, and pristine condition. Only coins that are uncirculated or professionally graded tend to fetch more than face value.
What state quarter is worth $10,000?
Why would a Georgia quarter be worth $10,000? It was only one of a very special 1999 quarter that was minted on an experimental golden-colored test planchet (test alloy) and very rare. It sold for a little over $10,000 because it doesn’t have the regular copper-nickel plating and edge.
How do I find the value of my coin collection?
I can help with that. Hire a professional appraiser to grade your coins and tell you how much it is worth. The American Society of Appraisers and International Society of Appraisers have searchable directories of professional appraisers. A dealer might also be able to help.